Menu
Healthy Mind
Anti-Racism Daily Healthy Sleeping Habits Meditation 101 Mental Challenges Self-Care Tips
Here's what happened when I quit multitasking for a week to improve my productivity
December 20, 2019
Here's what happened when I quit multitasking for a week to improve my productivity
Like many (if not most) people these days, I am a practiced multitasker—it's simply my…
By Emily Laurence
7 household items that double as convenient, budget-friendly sex toys
December 20, 2019
7 household items that double as convenient, budget-friendly sex toys
Whether your go-to vibrator is on the fritz, you're jonesing to try something new, you're…
By Morgan Mandriota
Weird, but true: Listening to others crack their bones helped me find relief
December 20, 2019
Weird, but true: Listening to others crack their bones helped me find relief
“You’re still kicking,” I can hear Gregory Johnson, DC, say in his signature twang as…
By Samantha Leal
The case for not waiting until new year’s to start on your health goals, according to a psychologist
December 20, 2019
The case for not waiting until new year’s to start on your health goals, according to a psychologist
Have you experienced that moment in, like, mid-June when you're just dozing off to sleep,…
By Well+Good Editors
I went on an unplugged retreat in Napa to find out whether silence really is golden
December 20, 2019
I went on an unplugged retreat in Napa to find out whether silence really is golden
I typically answer texts, emails, and calls whenever they come in. My mission to be…
By Janell Hickman
4 signs you're being bullied at work, plus expert tips for moving forward
December 18, 2019
4 signs you're being bullied at work, plus expert tips for moving forward
It's no secret that bullying is a serious issue that transcends far beyond grade-school recess.…
By Jessica Estrada
How to decompress your spine while you sleep, according to a professional stretcher
December 18, 2019
How to decompress your spine while you sleep, according to a professional stretcher
After spending hours hunched over your desk "working" all day, your spine winds up all…
By Zoe Weiner
The healthy snacks to keep in your 'hangry prevention kit' to avoid a mid-day meltdown
December 18, 2019
The healthy snacks to keep in your 'hangry prevention kit' to avoid a mid-day meltdown
Today I learned something wise that applies to people of all ages. When toddlers get…
By Mary Grace Garis
There Are 12 Laws of Karma at Play in Your Life—Here's What They Mean
December 18, 2019
There Are 12 Laws of Karma at Play in Your Life—Here's What They Mean
Karma describes the concept of getting back whatever you put forth—good or bad—into the universe.…
By Jessica Estrada
Can a cheater change? Depends on whether they're relationally self-aware
December 18, 2019
Can a cheater change? Depends on whether they're relationally self-aware
Statistics show that about one in five people report having cheated on a partner, and…
By Jenna Birch
8 Tips For Coping With Loss and Grief During the Holidays, According to Experts
December 17, 2019
8 Tips For Coping With Loss and Grief During the Holidays, According to Experts
Healing is not linear. It’s a reality Vivian Nuñez, a writer and founder of Too Damn Young,…
By Janel Martinez
Our devices have made us digital hoarders, even if we claim to live minimally
December 17, 2019
Our devices have made us digital hoarders, even if we claim to live minimally
I currently have 14,394 unread emails in one of my inboxes, a barrage of files cluttering my…
By Erin Bunch
How to know if it's time to stop therapy, according to therapists themselves
December 16, 2019
How to know if it's time to stop therapy, according to therapists themselves
Whether you’re processing grief, going through a breakup, or experiencing depression, practically anyone can benefit…
By Tiffany Ayuda
Why do people talk in their sleep, anyway—and what can they do about it?
December 16, 2019
Why do people talk in their sleep, anyway—and what can they do about it?
For many (lucky) people, sleeping entails closing their eyes, drifting off, and waking up rested,…
By Jessica Estrada
Level up your health and wellness knowledge in 2020 with these 8 online courses
December 14, 2019
Level up your health and wellness knowledge in 2020 with these 8 online courses
As much as I love a good Netflix binge, after a few hours of being…
By Jessica Estrada
8 Tried-and-True Stress Relief Products for Staying Calm in Every Situation
December 13, 2019
8 Tried-and-True Stress Relief Products for Staying Calm in Every Situation
Even if your home is a Zen respite and your workplace epitomizes what a healthy…
By Mary Grace Garis
Atypical anorexia is proof that eating disorders can affect anyone at any size
December 13, 2019
Atypical anorexia is proof that eating disorders can affect anyone at any size
It has long been assumed by healthcare professionals, researchers, and the general public that the…
By Emma Green
How to tell if being bored out, not burnt out, is ruining your workflow
December 13, 2019
How to tell if being bored out, not burnt out, is ruining your workflow
In January 2019, the World Health Organization included burnout in its latest revision of the International…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 'four right exertions' of Buddhism teach you how to regain control of your own energy
December 13, 2019
The 'four right exertions' of Buddhism teach you how to regain control of your own energy
There's a quote by author Iain Thomas that goes: "And every day, the world will…
By Kells McPhillips
Narcissistic personality traits diminish as you age, so snaps for growing up
December 12, 2019
Narcissistic personality traits diminish as you age, so snaps for growing up
Can a narcissist change their behavior? Indeed narcissism evolves over time, and it looks relatively…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your attachment style can impact how you handle a breakup—here's how
December 11, 2019
Your attachment style can impact how you handle a breakup—here's how
Ever wondered why you take quite awhile to get over a breakup while your ex…
By Nikhita Mahtani
Lizzo is entertainer of the year, and she's also my personal mental health hero
December 11, 2019
Lizzo is entertainer of the year, and she's also my personal mental health hero
I've listened to 14 hours worth of Lizzo songs this year. That number includes the…
By Zoe Weiner
Merriam-Webster’s word of the year is a nod to the importance of pronouns in our gender-fluid world
December 11, 2019
Merriam-Webster’s word of the year is a nod to the importance of pronouns in our gender-fluid world
Whenever I stumble upon a word I don’t know how to use, I hit up…
By Gabrielle Kassel
How dancing like nobody’s watching is an effective way to shake off your sadness
December 10, 2019
How dancing like nobody’s watching is an effective way to shake off your sadness
Nobody wants to be the first one on the dance floor, and this is doubly…
By Mary Grace Garis
4 surprising signs of burnout that totally extinguish your flame
December 10, 2019
4 surprising signs of burnout that totally extinguish your flame
It's been over a year since the World Health Organization (WHO) officially recognized burnout in…
By Kells McPhillips
New tech is putting our health data at our fingertips—and our health care in our hands
December 09, 2019
New tech is putting our health data at our fingertips—and our health care in our hands
When the Apple Watch was first announced in late 2014, the general public’s reaction was,…
By Abbey Stone
I literally use bottled sunshine to get myself through the dark days of winter
December 09, 2019
I literally use bottled sunshine to get myself through the dark days of winter
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Except in the sense that it's dark…
By Mary Grace Garis
Mary Cain and Outdoor Voices teamed up to talk about how fitness can be about the joy of movement
December 09, 2019
Mary Cain and Outdoor Voices teamed up to talk about how fitness can be about the joy of movement
Mary Cain's Spotify Wrapped for 2019 includes song after song by Dermot Kennedy. "He's the…
By Kells McPhillips
Curious about sound baths? Here's what happened when I took a sonic soak
December 09, 2019
Curious about sound baths? Here's what happened when I took a sonic soak
Before one recent Saturday, I'd never before participated in a sound bath, but having read…
By Mary Grace Garis
How to keep your feet warm, according to a podiatrist
December 08, 2019
How to keep your feet warm, according to a podiatrist
Technically, winter doesn't arrive until December 21. But let's be real—it's already in full-force. And…
By Tehrene Firman
Sleep experts want you to use a bedtime alarm—here's why
December 07, 2019
Sleep experts want you to use a bedtime alarm—here's why
Many swear that committing to their healthy and highly personalized morning routine is what sets…
By Rachel Harrell
'Communal grandparents' is the next life-improving Scandinavian concept Americans should copy
December 06, 2019
'Communal grandparents' is the next life-improving Scandinavian concept Americans should copy
We love borrowing things from Scandinavian countries. Hygge, the Danish art of cozy-cuddliness. Sisu, the…
By Mary Grace Garis
Meet hypno-reiki, an all-in-one energy-healing therapy
December 06, 2019
Meet hypno-reiki, an all-in-one energy-healing therapy
I've been familiar with the practices of both hypnotherapy and reiki for quite some time.…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Back-channeling is a toxic-communication habit that probably exists in your office
December 06, 2019
Back-channeling is a toxic-communication habit that probably exists in your office
Ever leave a tense meeting, go back to your desk, and promptly start talking with…
By Korin Miller
8 signs you're super stressed out, whether you realize it or not
December 06, 2019
8 signs you're super stressed out, whether you realize it or not
Stress is a word with which we're all very closely acquainted, and many of us…
By Korin Miller
Meditation might not be a good fit for everyone—here's why
December 05, 2019
Meditation might not be a good fit for everyone—here's why
Eva*, a 31-year-old living in Paris, has dealt with severe anxiety for as long as…
By Julia Ries
Should we be talking about "mental wellness," not "mental health"?
December 05, 2019
Should we be talking about "mental wellness," not "mental health"?
Mental health issues affect everyone, but research suggests people in the Black community are less…
By Latham Thomas
How self-care became a commodity in the modern era of wellness
December 04, 2019
How self-care became a commodity in the modern era of wellness
These days, you'd be hard-pressed to scroll on Instagram without seeing someone eating something delicious,…
By Jenna Birch
Dictionary.com's ominous word of the year should inspire us to take 2020 by storm
December 04, 2019
Dictionary.com's ominous word of the year should inspire us to take 2020 by storm
I'm a word person. It's why I didn't just like, trip and fall into journalism,…
By Mary Grace Garis
Why you feel inclined to lie in therapy, according to therapists
December 04, 2019
Why you feel inclined to lie in therapy, according to therapists
Confession: I don't always tell my therapist the truth during our sessions together. Or rather,…
By Erin Bunch
A financial therapist's take on the guilt you feel after making impulse purchases
December 03, 2019
A financial therapist's take on the guilt you feel after making impulse purchases
As of late, my road to happiness seems to be paved with impulse buys. Between…
By Mary Grace Garis
How mindfulness came to save us from a mindless world
December 03, 2019
How mindfulness came to save us from a mindless world
Mindfulness is hardly a new concept; in fact, the practice of cultivating an awareness of…
By Aly Semigran
Social media isn’t perfect, but it’s brought us together in community, health, love, and beyond
December 03, 2019
Social media isn’t perfect, but it’s brought us together in community, health, love, and beyond
Neither smartphones nor the internet itself were invented within the last 10 years, but both…
By Erin Bunch
Why you keep having nightmares and what to do about it, according to a dream analyst
December 01, 2019
Why you keep having nightmares and what to do about it, according to a dream analyst
Even if you’re a fully grown adult, having a nightmare can be a truly disturbing…
By Jessica Estrada
Nutric people are the opposite of toxic—here’s how to tell if you tick the boxes
December 01, 2019
Nutric people are the opposite of toxic—here’s how to tell if you tick the boxes
Today in news that makes me question if I'm actually a good person, there's a…
By Allie Flinn
While traveling, yoga helps me find community—anywhere in the world
November 30, 2019
While traveling, yoga helps me find community—anywhere in the world
I embarked on a yearlong travel adventure with my husband back in May. While our…
By Lindsay Cohn
Your 3 golden rules for fighting burn-out-fueled insomnia
November 30, 2019
Your 3 golden rules for fighting burn-out-fueled insomnia
Theoretically, the era of Peak Burnout should've coincided seamlessly with the era of Soundly Snoozing…
By Mary Grace Garis
I'm a meditation expert—here's how I befriended my mind
November 28, 2019
I'm a meditation expert—here's how I befriended my mind
People think an average of 80,000 thoughts per day, 80 percent of which are negative.…
By Kells McPhillips
The hand and finger stretches you can do anywhere, anytime
November 28, 2019
The hand and finger stretches you can do anywhere, anytime
In the age of technology, you're texting, scrolling, tapping at your mouse or touch pad,…
By Tehrene Firman
How losing my dad fundamentally changed how I celebrate Thanksgiving
November 28, 2019
How losing my dad fundamentally changed how I celebrate Thanksgiving
My dad would only eat cranberry sauce if it was in the shape of a…
By Zoe Weiner
Why not going home for the holidays and spending time with my chosen family is radical self-care
November 27, 2019
Why not going home for the holidays and spending time with my chosen family is radical self-care
If your family is anything like mine, talking about politics is one thing you try…
By Anonymous
7 strangely satisfying ASMR apps to help you fall asleep fast
November 27, 2019
7 strangely satisfying ASMR apps to help you fall asleep fast
If your nightstand is littered with melatonin, CBD gummies, magnesium supplements, NyQuil, Benadryl, Ambien and…
By Erin Bunch
Young women have enough to deal with already—let’s stop telling them to watch out for the ‘freshman 15’
November 27, 2019
Young women have enough to deal with already—let’s stop telling them to watch out for the ‘freshman 15’
I was 19 years old when I first heard the term "freshman 15." My physician…
By Kells McPhillips
The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
November 26, 2019
The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
The crisp air of a New York City autumn screamed romance. I could feel it…
By Mary Grace Garis
The skeptic's guide to gratitude that won't make you want to roll your eyes
November 26, 2019
The skeptic's guide to gratitude that won't make you want to roll your eyes
One New Year’s Eve ten years ago, Janice Kaplan, journalist and author of The Gratitude…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Why you should eat an egg each night before bed
November 26, 2019
Why you should eat an egg each night before bed
Is a hard boiled egg the best bedtime snack? Nick Bitz, ND, naturopathic doctor and…
By Kells McPhillips
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
November 26, 2019
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
Maybe the toxic relationship you can't quit is the old friend with exhausting drama, whose…
By Gabrielle Moss
Slow wave sleep is the under-the-radar stage that's key for muscle recovery
November 25, 2019
Slow wave sleep is the under-the-radar stage that's key for muscle recovery
It seems society has reached peak-tracking; now we can track our steps, skin health, periods, fertility,…
By Rachel Lapidos
This dreamy weighted eye mask has completely transformed my sleep routine—and my life
November 25, 2019
This dreamy weighted eye mask has completely transformed my sleep routine—and my life
Like all good things in my life, I was introduced to my beloved weighted eye…
By Hannah Weintrab
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
November 25, 2019
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
Have you ever stayed in a relationship for no real reasons beyond the other person…
By Allie Flinn
Here’s how your sleep struggles are affecting your skin—and the ingredients that can help
November 24, 2019
Here’s how your sleep struggles are affecting your skin—and the ingredients that can help
If you're one of the 50 to 70 million Americans who has trouble sleeping at…
By Well+Good Editors
The to-do list loophole that lets you feel great about not finishing every single thing
November 23, 2019
The to-do list loophole that lets you feel great about not finishing every single thing
I'm a big believer in the power of crossing things out, and many of the…
By Mary Grace Garis
Drinking Green Tea Right Before Bed Might Keep You Awake
November 21, 2019
Drinking Green Tea Right Before Bed Might Keep You Awake
When it comes to healthy habits for promoting sleep, one thing you can certainly cross…
By Isadora Baum
How this entrepreneur is making yoga more inclusive—one practice at a time
November 21, 2019
How this entrepreneur is making yoga more inclusive—one practice at a time
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the…
By Well+Good Editors
Want to feel more confident? Ditch your to-do list and try going outside
November 21, 2019
Want to feel more confident? Ditch your to-do list and try going outside
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest…
By Well+Good Editors
How to set boundaries with family members when you just need some space
November 21, 2019
How to set boundaries with family members when you just need some space
How often is "yes" your first instinct when someone asks you out for post-work cocktails…
By Well+Good Editors
How to Identify (and Handle) Your Emotional Triggers Before They Cause Real Harm
November 21, 2019
How to Identify (and Handle) Your Emotional Triggers Before They Cause Real Harm
Phone calls during the work day. Cuddling in bed with anyone past 11 a.m. The Sundays' mid-90s cover…
By Mary Grace Garis
I Had a Session With a Medical Intuitive—Here’s What Happened
November 20, 2019
I Had a Session With a Medical Intuitive—Here’s What Happened
From shamans and toe readers to crystal healers and beyond, there doesn't seem to be…
By Jessica Estrada
Stuck in the past? Here are 5 mindfulness tricks to transport you to the present
November 20, 2019
Stuck in the past? Here are 5 mindfulness tricks to transport you to the present
Reminiscing about the good old days is harmless and often straight-up mood-boosting. But being stuck…
By Jessica Estrada
I tried the customizable Pluto Pillow and can now finally sleep through the night
November 19, 2019
I tried the customizable Pluto Pillow and can now finally sleep through the night
Earlier this year, while overcome by a fit of rage, I threw out four of…
By Mary Grace Garis
Half of our editorial staff falls asleep using the same white noise app—but for brown noise
November 18, 2019
Half of our editorial staff falls asleep using the same white noise app—but for brown noise
Call me a tough customer, but I can neither fall asleep to the tune of…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 powerful ways yoga benefits your brain, according to scientific research
November 18, 2019
5 powerful ways yoga benefits your brain, according to scientific research
Yoga boasts an impressive 5,000-year track record. As the most popular workout in the world,…
By Kells McPhillips
1 … 35 36 37 38 39 … 57